Fostering social cohesion in ethnolinguistic communities through mother tongue-based initiatives in Nepal

Authors

  • Dhan Bahadur Tamang

    Humanities and Social Sciences, Pokhara University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59400/fls.v6i1.2092

Abstract

In Nepal and other regions, fostering social cohesion within ethnolinguistic communities is recognized as a vital factor for fostering social prosperity. This research paper presents an integrated framework developed through an extensive literature survey, incorporating the perspectives of ethnolinguistics and social cohesion. The study examines social cohesion using mixed methods, exploring its domains and correlation with linguistic theories. Special attention is given to the role of social prosperity and how this study impacts attitudinal and behavioral aspects of social cohesion. The study’s findings underscore the significance of interconnected social relations, a sense of connectedness, and shared common goods as essential elements for fostering practical social harmony. Notably, the research emphasizes the critical role of mother tongue-based educational activities in empowering ethnolinguistic communities, catalyzing sociocultural transformation, and promoting identity. It is revealed that these initiatives contribute to poverty reduction and foster gender equality and social inclusion. Moreover, the research advocates language-based interventions as a pivotal strategy for enhancing social cohesion. By recognizing language as a critical element that binds communities, this study aims to create a more fruitful investigation and provide practical, scientific, and managerial contributions in fostering social cohesion within ethnolinguistic contexts.

Keywords:

community empowerment, ethnolinguistic communities, language-based intervention, mother tongue-based education, social cohesion; social prosperity, sociocultural transformation

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Vol. 6 , Iss. 1 (March 2024)

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